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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New gains in online learning technology are providing the means for humans all over the world to participate in classes online. MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online education organizations are having to consider more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators assure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more commonplace there is a growing demand to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders want to better comprehend the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Academics want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be improved. To satisfy this need for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This sensational new book also considers the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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